کد مقاله | کد نشریه | سال انتشار | مقاله انگلیسی | نسخه تمام متن |
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6434547 | 1637150 | 2016 | 20 صفحه PDF | دانلود رایگان |
- Study of the outer domain of the Mid-Norwegian Vøring rifted margin.
- Detailed interpretation of the Gjallar-RÃ¥n ridges.
- Breakup is a complex and composite (tectono-magmatic) geological process.
- We should discuss 'magma-rich' and 'magma-poor' breakup, and not 'magma-rich' and 'magma-poor' margins.
Based on a 3D seismic cube and regional 2D long-offset seismic reflection profiles, we propose a reconsideration of the architecture of the Mid-Norwegian outer Vøring margin. A system comprising large-magnitude detachment faults and steeper fault arrays was mapped together with key sedimentary markers to provide constraints on the structural history of the outer Rån-Gjallar ridges system. Additionally, a detailed mapping of the so-called 'T-reflection' permitted a revision of the nature, origin and tectono-magmatic significance of this debated major reflector.Based on our results, we develop a more general discussion on the final evolutionary stages of rifted margins, including the construction of the outer domain, the birth of an oceanic spreading centre and the definition of breakup.
Journal: Marine and Petroleum Geology - Volume 77, November 2016, Pages 280-299